For free views of Stockholm, go to Monteliusvägen or Skinnarviksberget on Södermalm, or any of the other public viewpoints below. Paid options are the Skyview gondola, Skansen and the rooftop bars.
Public locations in central city
- Monteliusvägen
- Skinnarviksberget
- Kastellholmen Viewpoint
- Fjällgatan
- Predikstolen
- Fåfängan
- Vanadislunden
- Observatorielunden
- Katarinahissen (The Katarina Elevator)
- Stockholm City Theatre (Kulturhuset Stadsteatern)
- Stockholm City Museum (Stockholms Stadsmuseum)
- Tantoberget (Tanto mountain)
- Långholmen Hill (Långholmsklippan) and Långholmen air defense position (Långholmens luftvärnsställning)
- Kärleksudden
- Västerbron (The West Bridge)
Where can you see Stockholm from above for free?
These are public places to look at the city from above: parks, hills, bridges and lookouts around Stockholm. Start with Monteliusvägen or Skinnarviksberget on Södermalm.
Public locations in central city
Monteliusvägen
A scenic walking path in Södermalm district, with panoramic views of Riddarfjärden and the Old Town. Especially beautiful at sunrise and sunset.
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Skinnarviksberget
The highest natural viewpoint in Stockholm, located in the Södermalm district. It’s ideal for picnics and city views. From here you can see both the City hall and get an overview of Gamla Stan. Most of what you can see from up here is covered in our guide to sightseeing and attractions in Stockholm.
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Kastellholmen Viewpoint
A lesser-known island with picturesque views towards Gröna Lund amusement park and Djurgården island. Especially effectful at night with the shining different colored lights from Gröna Lund’s attractions.
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Fjällgatan
Stunning views of the water with the ferry traffic, together with Gamla Stan and Djurgården on the opposite shore from your location, easily accessible from Slussen.
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Predikstolen
A quiet lookout on Södermalm with a few benches. You look out over the water towards Djurgården and can see the Gröna Lund amusement park, as well as Gamla Stan and Östermalm with Strandvägen.
Fåfängan
A hilltop park on Södermalm offering panoramic views of Stockholm’s harbor and islands. It features a café and is popular for picnics and sunsets.
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Vanadislunden
A large park in central Stockholm with hilly terrain, reaching 43 meters above sea level and providing stunning views of Vasastan and Östermalm.
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Observatorielunden
A historic park surrounding Stockholm’s old observatory, offering views of the city center. It’s known for its peaceful atmosphere and astronomical heritage.
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Katarinahissen (The Katarina Elevator)
A fantastic vantage point over where Södermalm and Gamla Stan districts meet. Providing sweeping views of Gamla Stan, Riddarholmen, and the bustling harbor below. Take the elevator up to the top platform for a stunning cityscape view. At the top you step out onto a free lookout bridge with views of Södermalm, Gamla Stan and Djurgården. The bridge leads on towards the restaurant Gondolen.
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Stockholm City Theatre (Kulturhuset Stadsteatern)
A cultural center in central Stockholm with a rooftop café providing views over Sergels Torg, the city’s largest square.
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Stockholm City Museum (Stockholms Stadsmuseum)
While Stockholm city Museum is primarily a museum, its location in Slussen provides views of the surrounding area. From the top floor you have a great elevated view of Slussen towards the Katarina Elevator (Katarina hissen). The museum has free entrance.
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Tantoberget (Tanto mountain)
A tranquil park with a mound offering panoramic views over the water, ideal for relaxation and family outings.
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Långholmen Hill (Långholmsklippan) and Långholmen air defense position (Långholmens luftvärnsställning)
Two viewpoints on Långholmen island providing views of central Stockholm and surrounding waterways. Two serene spots away from the city bustle.
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Kärleksudden
Kärleksudden (Swedish for The Love Point), located on Djurgården, is a charming peninsula known for its romantic ambiance and scenic views of Djurgårdsbrunnsviken.
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Västerbron (The West Bridge)
A bridge connecting Södermalm and Kungsholmen, offering expansive views of Stockholm’s skyline and waterways.
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Public locations outside central city
Gröndalsbron
A bridge in western Stockholm providing traffic for Essingeleden, one of the city’s main traffic arteries. It has a pedestrian and bicycle lane, providing a great view of surrounding water areas towards Långholmen and The West Bridge (Västerbron).
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Årstabroarna (Bron vid Liljeholmen)
Two parallel bridges connecting Södermalm and Årsta, offering views of Lake Årstaviken and the city skyline, with beautiful lights as the night sets.
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Frösundatoppen
An artificial hill in Solna, north of Stockholm, offering views of the city and Brunnsviken bay.
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Rävskogens utsiktstorn
Rävskogens utsiktstorn (The Fox Forest observation tower) is a four-story observation tower located at the peak of Årstabergsparken park, reaching a height of approximately 11 meters. From the top, visitors can enjoy expansive views over southern Stockholm, including the surrounding natural landscapes and urban areas.
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Which viewpoints cost money, and where are the rooftop bars?
The first group below has an entrance fee, and the second is rooftop bars and restaurants, where you pay for food and drinks while you enjoy the view. Opening hours and prices are as of October 2026.
Locations with entrance fee
City Hall Tower
The Stockholm City Hall Tower offers an impressive 360-degree view, at 106 meters (348 feet), of central Stockholm, but it is currently closed to visitors while the tower is renovated.
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Skyview at Avicii Arena
A unique gondola ride offering panoramic city views from above as you scale the side of the Avicii Arena building (commonly known as “The Globe”).
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Visit: Arenatorget 2, Johanneshov. Two glass gondolas, each holding 12 people, rise 85 meters along the outside of the arena. Adults 180 SEK, seniors (65+) and children 5–12 140 SEK, children 0–4 free. Open Monday–Saturday 10:00–16:00 (closed 12:00–13:00 on weekdays) and closed on Sundays. Tickets are currently sold at the ticket desk on site only.
Skansen
An open-air museum on Djurgården just by the Vastveit storehouse, where you’ll find an elevated area with a lovely view of Djurgårdsbrunnsviken.
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Visit: An adult ticket is 240 SEK, students and pensioners 200 SEK, and children up to 15 are free. From October to December the main entrance is open 10:00–15:00 on weekdays and 10:00–16:00 on weekends. The Bergbanan funicular runs daily from May to September and Friday–Sunday the rest of the year.
Hammarbybacken
A 93.5-meter-high (306 feet) man-made hill used as a ski slope in winter, offering panoramic views of Stockholm year-round.
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Visit: The hill is run by SkiStar, as a ski slope in winter and an adventure park in summer, so a visit is not free. The climbing park closes for the season after its last weekend, 29–31 October.
Rooftop bars and restaurants
Fotografiska
A photography museum in a former customs house, its top floor café and restaurant provides views of Djurgården and Stockholm’s eastern harbor.
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Visit: Stadsgårdshamnen 22, on the Södermalm waterfront.
Takpark by Urban Deli
An expansive rooftop park on the 9th floor with stunning 360-degree views of central Stockholm. It’s a lively spot for enjoying drinks and food while soaking in the panoramic cityscape.
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Visit: Sveavägen 44, on the 9th floor. The rooftop bar is open all year and, in October 2026, Thursday–Saturday 16:00–22:00.
Himlen
A restaurant and bar on the 25th floor of Skrapan on Södermalm, offering 360-degree views of Stockholm.
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Freyja + Söder
A rooftop bar on Södermalm with impressive views over the city. It’s known for its cocktails and urban atmosphere.
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Visit: Hornsgatan 18. Open Monday–Thursday 11:30–23:00, Friday 11:30–01:00 and Saturday 12:00–01:00. Closed on Sundays.
Sthlm 01
This 27-story skyscraper in Hammarby Sjöstad, just south of Södermalm district, stands 102 meters (335 feet) tall. It features a rooftop bar and restaurant with an open-air terrace, offering stunning views of Stockholm’s skyline and waterfront.
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TAK
A stylish rooftop bar and restaurant with panoramic views of central Stockholm. It’s known for its Nordic-Japanese fusion cuisine.
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Visit: Brunkebergstorg 2–4. The bar and terrace are open Monday–Thursday 16:00–00:00, Friday 16:00–01:00 and Saturday 15:00–01:00. The restaurant is open Monday–Saturday from 17:00.
Gondolen
An iconic restaurant and bar suspended 33 meters above ground in Stockholm, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city’s skyline, including Slussen, Gamla Stan, and Lake Mälaren. The establishment features a fine-dining restaurant, a cocktail bar, and the rooftop Bar Zeppelin, where you can enjoy stunning vistas through panoramic windows year-round and an outdoor terrace during warmer months.
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Visit: Stadsgården 6, in Katarinahuset on Södermalm. There are three ways in: the lift to floor 11 from Stadsgården 6, the bridge from Mosebacke torg, or Katarinahissen on the days and times it runs. Bar Zeppelin on floor 12 has an outdoor area.
The Nest (Downtown Camper)
This rooftop bar provides a cozy atmosphere with great views, serving cocktails and light bites. There’s also a spa with a heated outdoor pool open year round from where you can also enjoy the view.
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Visit: The rooftop spa at Downtown Camper by Scandic has an outdoor pool, sauna and experience showers. Entry is by booked time slot only, for ages 16 and over: 445 SEK per person Monday–Thursday and 595 SEK Friday–Sunday.
Arc Rooftop
Known for its Asian fusion cuisine and 360-degree views, it’s ideal for after-work drinks or romantic evenings.
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Dramatenterrassen
Located at the Royal Dramatic Theatre, this lively bar offers a fantastic view over Nybrokajen, especially during summer.
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Visit: Next to Dramaten at Nybroplan, with three bars and simple food. The terrace is closed for the winter and reopens on 1 May.
Spesso
A rooftop restaurant, terrace and bar on the 12th floor, serving Italian food made for sharing, plus aperitivo and cocktails in the bar. The Italian cooking is good.
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Visit: Malmskillnadsgatan 38B. Open Monday–Tuesday 11:30–00:00, Wednesday–Saturday 11:30–01:00 and Sunday 11:30–00:00. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays.
Hermans
A vegan buffet restaurant on Södermalm with a terrace offering views over Saltsjön and the Old Town.
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Visit: Open Monday–Friday 11:00–22:00 and Saturday–Sunday 12:00–22:00. The buffet closes an hour before the restaurant. Lunch buffet 195 SEK, dinner and weekend buffet 285 SEK, and 195 SEK for students at dinner and weekends.
Mosebacketerassen (The Mosebacke Terrace)
A beloved summer spot with a view over central Stockholm, perfect for enjoying live music and drinks while enjoying the view.
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Visit: Open Wednesday–Saturday, as long as the weather allows. A 24-meter awning with heat lamps keeps it warm when the temperature drops. Food and drinks are ordered with the QR code at the tables and bars.
Basta
Located on the top floor of Åhléns City in the Norrmalm district, this restaurant serves well-made Italian cuisine. In the summer, its rooftop terrace offers outdoor seating with scenic views of the surrounding area.
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The Capital
The rooftop bar, Capital, is located on the 8th floor at Scandic Continental. It offers stunning panoramic views of Stockholm, and you can see all the way to Södermalm, Kungsholmen, and the iconic City Hall.
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Visit: Vasagatan 22, opposite Central Station. Open Monday–Thursday 14:00–00:00, Friday–Saturday 14:00–01:00 and Sunday 14:00–23:00.
La Tour
The upscale restaurant on the 23rd floor of the business tower, DN-skrapan, serves top tier food as well as great views of Stockholm.
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Visit: Rålambsvägen 17, Kungsholmen. Open Wednesday–Saturday 17:30–23:00.
